MTD 31AH553G401 Snow Blower User Manual


 
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rubber from between the friction wheel plate.
Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the
friction wheel assembly, tightening the six screws in
rotation and with equal force. It is important to
assemble the rubber on the friction wheel
symmetrically for proper functioning.
Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into the
friction wheel assembly and hold assembly in
position. See Figure 22.
Slide the hex shaft through the left side of the
housing and through the friction wheel assembly.
Insert the hex shaft through the sprocket and the
spacer. See Figure 23. Make certain that the chain
engages both the large and the small sprocket.
Figure 23
NOTE: If the sprocket fell from the snow thrower while
removing the hex shaft, place the sprocket on the hex
shaft. Position the hex hub of the sprocket toward the
friction wheel when sliding the sprocket on to the hex
shaft. See Figure 23.
Align the hex shaft with the right hand bearing and
carefully guide the left hand bearing into the left
side of the housing.
Reassemble the drive cover with the four screws
that were earlier removed.
NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it.
Engine
Refer to separate engine manual for all engine
maintenance procedures.
SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in
tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas,
where fuel fumes may reach an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace,
water heater, clothes dryer or other gas
appliance.
If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine
for storage as instructed in the separate engine
manual included with your unit.
Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and
equipment.
Follow lubrication recommendations on page 13.
Store in a clean, dry area.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
Shift Arm
Assembly
Pin
Friction
Wheel
Sprocket
Spacer
Sprocket
Spacer
Hex
Shaft
of Sprocket
Hex Hub